Buffalo LinkStation 210 4TB
Score: 56/100
Buffalo LS220D0402B
Score: 63/100Rankings
The LinkStation SoHo 220 (4 TB) is a compact, entry-level NAS with two pre-installed drives in RAID 1, targeting home offices that need straightforward backup and media streaming. It offers low power draw and ease of use but is limited by modest hardware and lack of modern applications.
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 4 TB offers a ready-to-go 4 TB drive, gigabit networking and basic cloud-like features in a compact, low-power package. It's ideal for home users needing simple backup and media streaming, but lacks RAID, USB 3.0 and modern macOS compatibility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 TBbest | 4 TB | |
1 | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 24 Wbest | 48 W |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.1 kgbest | 2.5 kg |
1best | 1best |
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Performance(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 24 W | 48 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.1 kg | 2.5 kg |
Power Supply Type | External AC adapter | Internal AC adapter |
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, HTTP, HTTPS, AFP, FTP, NTP, BitTorrent | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, NTP, BitTorrent |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 6 TB | 4 TB |
Drive Bays | 1 | 2 |
RAID Support | None | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
Supported Drive Types | HDD | HDD (SATA) |
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Reviewers highlight its plug-and-play nature, media streaming, and energy efficiency, while criticizing the absence of RAID, USB 2.0 limitation, and lack of advanced features.
Users appreciate quick setup, quiet operation and the included 4 TB drive, though some encounter Windows 10 mapping issues and wish for easier HDD upgrades.
“Practically sets itself up - very fast transfer speeds”
“Replaced my old Lenovo NAS - much better and easier to use”
“Could not be mapped as a shared drive from Windows 10”
Professional reviewers praise the LinkStation SoHo 220 for its dead-simple setup, reliable hardware RAID, and low power draw, while noting its lack of advanced features and outdated management interface.
Everyday users appreciate the out-of-the-box readiness, quiet operation, and solid support for basic backup and DLNA streaming, but complain about slow USB 2.0, limited app ecosystem and macOS Time Machine issues.
